Best Daycare Centers in San Carlos, CA
Compare 18 daycare centers in San Carlos. Average rating: 4.79/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
San Carlos, California at a glance
- Daycares
- 18
- Avg rating
- 4.79/5
- Parent reviews
- 33
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 8
San Carlos has 18 licensed daycares with 33 parent reviews averaging 4.79/5.8 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 80% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 94070 zip code, averaging 4.79 stars across 18 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in San Carlos
Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.
- 1Happy Campers Preschool Daycare4.32 score4.4(19)
510 Laurel Street, San Carlos, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 106 children
Happy Campers Preschool receives exclusively positive reviews from parents who praise the caring, experienced staff and strong educational program. Parents highlight significant developmental progress in their children's confidence, social skills, and academic readiness, along with excellent daily communication from teachers. The facility is described as a nurturing, community-oriented environment where children thrive.
Patient and caring teachersexcellent parent-teacher communicationstrong developmental progressexperienced and stable staff
Rating Distribution
Based on 10 daycares with Google ratings in San Carlos
Best Rated Neighborhoods
San Carlos zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 94070 | 18 | 4.79 | 8 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in San Carlos (16–110 children)
Small
up to 30 children
5
Medium
31–75 children
7
Large
76–150 children
6
Very Large
150+ children
0
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in San Carlos based on parent reviews
Little Learners Preschool Of San Carlos INC.
785 Walnut Street, San Carlos, CA
Parents highlight the warm, family-like environment and the strong connections between teachers and students. Reviewers specifically commend teachers Alyssa, Andrea, and Holly for their support, communication, and ability to create a comfortable space for learning and play.
Happy Campers Preschool Daycare
510 Laurel Street, San Carlos, CA
Happy Campers Preschool receives exclusively positive reviews from parents who praise the caring, experienced staff and strong educational program. Parents highlight significant developmental progress in their children's confidence, social skills, and academic readiness, along with excellent daily communication from teachers. The facility is described as a nurturing, community-oriented environment where children thrive.
Kindercourt Academy
1225 Greenwood, San Carlos, CA
San Carlos-Belmont After School; Arundel Site
200 Arundel Road, San Carlos, CA
One parent provides a five-star rating with a brief instruction to watch a video, offering no detailed feedback on the program itself. The limited number of reviews prevents a broader assessment of quality or specific operational details.
San Carlos-Belmont After School; White Oaks
1901 White Oak Way, San Carlos, CA
One parent provides a five-star rating for the center, referencing a video review to support their feedback. The available input does not contain specific written details about the childcare experience beyond this rating.
San Carlos-Belmont After School-Heather Site
2757 Melendy, San Carlos, CA
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Daycare Centers in San Carlos, California
There are 18 daycare centers in San Carlos, California. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.
Based on Google reviews, daycares in San Carlos have an average rating of 4.79 out of 5 across 10 rated facilities, with 80% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.79 stars. Our analysis covers 33 parent reviews.
When choosing a daycare in San Carlos, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.
All Daycare Centers in San Carlos
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One parent provides a five-star rating with a brief instruction to watch a video, offering no detailed feedback on the program itself. The limited number of reviews prevents a broader assessment of quality or specific operational details.
- Address
- 200 Arundel Road, San Carlos, CA
- Phone
- (650) 593-0707
One parent provides a five-star rating for the center, referencing a video review to support their feedback. The available input does not contain specific written details about the childcare experience beyond this rating.
- Address
- 1901 White Oak Way, San Carlos, CA
- Phone
- (650) 591-3515
- Address
- 356 El Camino Real, San Carlos, CA
- Phone
- (650) 593-7672
- Address
- 1225 Greenwood, San Carlos, CA
- Phone
- (650) 591-4882
Parents highlight the warm, family-like environment and the strong connections between teachers and students. Reviewers specifically commend teachers Alyssa, Andrea, and Holly for their support, communication, and ability to create a comfortable space for learning and play.
- Address
- 785 Walnut Street, San Carlos, CA
- Phone
- (650) 593-8081
- Address
- 2757 Melendy, San Carlos, CA
- Phone
- (650) 591-8039
- Address
- 300 El Camino Real, San Carlos, CA
- Phone
- (650) 593-2003
- Address
- 2000 Belle Avenue, Room F, San Carlos, CA
- Phone
- (650) 591-4599
Happy Campers Preschool receives exclusively positive reviews from parents who praise the caring, experienced staff and strong educational program. Parents highlight significant developmental progress in their children's confidence, social skills, and academic readiness, along with excellent daily communication from teachers. The facility is described as a nurturing, community-oriented environment where children thrive.
- Address
- 510 Laurel Street, San Carlos, CA
- Phone
- (650) 593-2005
- Address
- 2851 San Carlos Avenue, San Carlos, CA
- Phone
- (650) 591-2669
- Address
- 2000 Belle Avenue, San Carlos, CA
- Phone
- (650) 508-7333
- Address
- 1601 Laurel Street, San Carlos, CA
- Phone
- (650) 592-7980
- Address
- 2757 Melendy Drive, San Carlos, CA
- Phone
- (650) 508-7333
- Address
- 1901 White Oak Way, San Carlos, CA
- Phone
- (650) 743-9384
- Address
- 200 Arundel Road, San Carlos, CA
- Phone
- (650) 832-4678
- Address
- 1336 Arroyo Avenue, San Carlos, CA
- Phone
- (650) 595-1910
- Address
- 1601 Laurel Street, San Carlos, CA
- Phone
- (650) 592-7980
- Address
- 1106 Alameda De Las Pulgas, San Carlos, CA
- Phone
- (650) 593-0770
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Frequently asked questions
- Licensing status with California's regulatory agency
- Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in California)
- Safety measures and cleanliness
- Daily routines and educational curriculum
- Parent reviews and ratings
- Location and hours that fit your schedule